Serving 394 students in grades 5-7, Westside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Middle School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
90%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Middle School's ranking?
Westside Middle School is ranked #355 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Westside Middle School?
394 students attend Westside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Westside Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Middle School?
Westside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westside Middle School offer ?
Westside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Middle School part of?
Westside Middle School is part of Westside Cons. Sch Dist(Craigh School District.
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